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Illinois Powerball winner could stay anonymous as taxes trim $1.04B prize to about $262M
business12 days ago

Illinois Powerball winner could stay anonymous as taxes trim $1.04B prize to about $262M

An Illinois Powerball winner of $1.04B can remain anonymous by filing a claim; they must choose between a lump-sum cash option of about $450.5M or a 30-year annuity. If they take the lump sum, 24% federal withholding reduces it to about $342.4M, with a further 13% federal tax dropping it to about $283.8M; Illinois will withhold roughly $22.3M for a 4.95% state tax, leaving about $261.5M. Anonymity is allowed for prizes over $250K if requested; otherwise the winner’s name and city may be disclosed. The claim deadline for the lump sum is Oct 11, and the ticket was bought at a Hy-Vee in Quincy, IL.

via New York Post|
#anonymity#business#illinois
Illinois ticket bags Powerball’s $1.04B prize with five winning numbers
gaming-and-lottery12 days ago

Illinois ticket bags Powerball’s $1.04B prize with five winning numbers

Powerball’s eighth-largest prize in history was won by a single ticket sold in Illinois, delivering a $1.04 billion jackpot with numbers 4-26-66-67-69 and Powerball 9 (Power Play x2). The winner can take about $450.5 million as a lump sum before taxes or opt for 29 annual payments; taxes will reduce the amount based on state and federal rules. Three other tickets matched all five white balls for $1 million (AZ, FL, NC); California also won the $1 million Match 5 prize and Massachusetts won $2 million with Power Play. The overall odds of hitting the grand prize are 1 in 292.2 million. Anonymity rules vary by state, with Virginia now allowing winner anonymity and Illinois permitting it for prizes of $250,000 or more; many states still disclose some information.

via Yahoo|
#anonymity#gaming-and-lottery#illinois
Florida's $800M Mega Millions Winner: Will Anonymity Hold?
gaming-and-lottery24 days ago

Florida's $800M Mega Millions Winner: Will Anonymity Hold?

The $800 million Mega Millions prize ticket sold at a Lakewood Ranch-area Wawa in Florida remains unclaimed. Florida law allows lottery winners of $250,000+ to keep their identity confidential for 90 days after claiming; if the prize is taken as a lump-sum, it must be claimed within 60 days (180 days otherwise). Whether the winner’s name is publicly revealed may depend on how the Florida Lottery handles high-dollar prizes, as prior big wins have been identified by LLCs (e.g., Saltines Holdings LLC) rather than individuals, potentially leaving anonymity intact even after a claim.

via Yahoo|
#anonymity#florida-lottery#gaming-and-lottery
Robocall Crackdown Could End Anonymity, FCC Signals Privacy Tradeoffs
technology-policy3 months ago

Robocall Crackdown Could End Anonymity, FCC Signals Privacy Tradeoffs

The FCC is weighing sweeping Know Your Customer rules that would require government ID, a physical address, full legal name, and an existing phone number to obtain or renew voice service, with fines of $2,500 per illegal call charged to providers. While officials say the goal is to stop scams, critics warn the regime could erode semi-anonymous communications (burner phones) and sweep in red flags like crypto payments or nonmatching addresses, potentially harming vulnerable users; the rules are not yet in force and the commission is seeking public comment on privacy concerns.

via Gizmodo|
#anonymity#fcc#know-your-customer
Private Computing on Any PC with Tails via USB
privacy5 months ago

Private Computing on Any PC with Tails via USB

The article introduces Tails (The Amnesic Incognito Live System), a Debian-based Linux distro you can boot from a USB drive to maximize privacy by routing all activity through the Tor network. It includes built-in apps like LibreOffice, GIMP, and Inkscape, and data isn’t saved by default unless you enable Persistent Storage. It also provides steps to get started: download Tails, create a bootable USB with Rufus (Windows) or Etcher (macOS), and boot from the USB on most computers (Apple Silicon Macs aren’t fully supported yet).

via Lifehacker|
#anonymity#privacy#tails
Banksy Revealed: Does Anonymity Still Drive Art’s Mystery?
culture5 months ago

Banksy Revealed: Does Anonymity Still Drive Art’s Mystery?

Reuters reports that Robin Gunningham is Banksy, though the artist has not confirmed the identity. The unmasking ends the global mystery and raises questions about whether anonymity has fueled Banksy’s mystique and market value, with predictions of possible shifts in output and prices; history shows some artists (e.g., Basquiat, KAWS) thrive after exposure, and anonymity remains a strategic choice across arts and beyond.

via CNN|
#anonymity#art-market#banksy
Is Banksy Finally Unmasked? Reuters Probe Fuels Identity Debate
culture5 months ago

Is Banksy Finally Unmasked? Reuters Probe Fuels Identity Debate

A Reuters investigation claims to have identified Banksy as Robin Gunningham (who later used the name David Jones), reigniting decades of speculation about the anonymous street artist’s true identity. The article traces his Bristol origins, rise to global fame, notable stunts like Dismaland and the 2018 Girl with Balloon shredding, and notes several names linked to Banksy, though fans argue anonymity remains central to the brand.

via BBC|
#anonymity#banksy#culture
AI de-anonymisation risk grows as language models link anonymous social profiles
technology5 months ago

AI de-anonymisation risk grows as language models link anonymous social profiles

A Guardian report summarizes a study showing large language models can de-anonymize anonymous social media accounts by cross-referencing publicly available details, raising privacy and security concerns as attackers or governments could use AI to link identities; the researchers urge stricter data access controls and better anonymization, noting AI tools aren’t foolproof and misattribution is possible.

via The Guardian|
#ai#anonymity#cybersecurity
Jay-Z Faces Legal Turmoil Amidst Assault Allegations and Industry Ties
entertainment1 year ago

Jay-Z Faces Legal Turmoil Amidst Assault Allegations and Industry Ties

A woman has amended her lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs to include Jay-Z, accusing both of sexual assault at a 2000 VMAs after-party. Both celebrities deny the allegations, with Jay-Z demanding the accuser reveal her identity. The case highlights the challenges survivors face, including the importance of anonymity and the potential for discrepancies in their accounts. Legal expert Judie Saunders discusses the complexities of such cases, emphasizing the need for due process and the impact of civil suits on criminal investigations.

via The Cut|
#anonymity#diddy#entertainment
legal1 year ago

Jay-Z Faces Rape Allegations Amidst Legal and Public Controversy

Jay-Z's lawyer has filed a motion demanding that a woman accusing the rapper of rape reveal her identity or drop the lawsuit. The accuser, identified as "Jane Doe," claims Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs raped her at a party after the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards when she was 13. Jay-Z's lawyer argues that the accuser's anonymity is unjustified and that the allegations are damaging to Jay-Z's reputation. The case has sparked a legal battle, with Jay-Z accusing the accuser's lawyer of blackmail.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#anonymity#jay-z#lawsuit
entertainment1 year ago

Jay-Z Denies Rape Allegations, Calls Lawsuit Extortion

Jay-Z has responded to a lawsuit accusing him and Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000, labeling the case as "extortionate" and demanding that the accuser reveal her identity. Filed by attorney Tony Buzbee, the lawsuit is part of a series of cases against Combs, with Jay-Z's legal team arguing that the use of a pseudonym is a tactic to extract settlements. Jay-Z's attorney insists on the accuser's unmasking to allow a fair defense, while Buzbee has declined to comment on the motion.

via Billboard|
#anonymity#diddy#entertainment